Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Obedient
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Bright
Sturdy

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

Sheltie-Kees are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Poochins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Shetland Sheepdog and Keeshond

Japanese Chin, Poodle

2000's

Unknown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Cream
Brown
White

White
Red
Sable
Silver
Cream
Gray
Black

Sheltie-Kees are known for their coat length.

Poochins have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Sheltie-Kee can have a litter of 3-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Poochin can have a litter of 2-4 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease

Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tetralogy of Fallot
Cryptorchidism
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Eye Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Addison's Disease

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Blood Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA for VWD

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Complete Blood Test
Heart Testing

Sheltie-Kee has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Poochin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Sheltie-Kees sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Poochins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Sheltie-Kees are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Poochins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Poochin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sheltie-Kee, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Poochin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sheltie-Kees usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Poochins usually need at least 25 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Sheltie-Kees have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Poochins require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-45 pound (11 - 20 kg) Sheltie-Kee feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 6-13 pound (3 - 6 kg) Poochin feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Sheltie-Kee is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Poochin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sheltie-Kee is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Poochin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Sheltie-Kees are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Poochins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Sheltie-Kees are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Poochins are highly friendly around strangers.

Sheltie-Kees have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Poochins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Sheltie-Kees are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Poochins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.